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Walker Valley High School
A Glimpse Ahead…
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The Academy Model: Students begin their high school experience in the Freshman Grade Academy All core subject (Math, English, Social Studies, Science) classes are housed on the 2nd floor Gold side of the building.
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The Academy Model: In the fall of their freshman year, students are able to decide on their career-focus cluster, which will determine their subsequent academy.
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The STEM Academy The STEM Academy exposes students to careers in:
Advanced Manufacturing Agricultural Science Architecture Networking and Integrated Technologies Veterinary Science Game Design Megatronics and Robotics The typical STEM Academy student’s learning style is: Project-based Hands-on Technology-infused
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The MBA Academy The MBA Academy exposes students to careers in:
Pre-Medical and Nursing Pharmacology Sports Medicine / Therapy Family & Consumer Sciences Marketing Business Administration Web design Computer Application Systems The typical MBA Academy student’s learning style is: Scenario response Theoretical or Supported Response (research) Group or individual projects based upon scenario or theory Applied knowledge with technology support
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The Humanities Academy
The Humanities Academy exposes students to careers in: Fine Arts World Languages Criminal Justice Psychology Sociology History & Anthropology Broadcast / Audio Visual Production The typical MBA Academy student’s learning style is: Performance-based Theoretical or Supported Response (research) Group or individual projects Applied expression with technology support
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Are Great Ways for students to Connect!
Academic Clubs Athletics Fine Arts Are Great Ways for students to Connect!
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Accomplishments… Highest ACT Average in the area.
22 Average / 26 students in our graduating class with a 30+ National Merit Scholarship finalist Quest Bridge Semi-finalist 353 students taking at least one of 12 Advanced Placement classes this year. Multiple students have already received industry certifications (MOS, SolidWorks, Health Sciences) And much more…
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